California · Labor Code

LAB §217: The Division of Labor Law Enforcement shall inquire diligently for any violations of this article, and, in cases which it deems proper, shall institute the actions for the penalties provided for in th

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The Division of Labor Law Enforcement must investigate violations of this article and may bring enforcement actions for applicable penalties.

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The Division of Labor Law Enforcement shall inquire diligently for any violations of this article, and, in cases which it deems proper, shall institute the actions for the penalties provided for in this article and shall enforce this article.

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